Meta Making Major Investments In AI-Powered Humanoid Robotic Platform

Meta Platforms is assembling a specialized team within its Reality Labs division, led by Marc Whitten, to develop the AI, sensors, and software that could power the next wave of humanoid robots. According to the memo, Meta Chief Technology Officer Andrew Bosworth said that the robotics product group would focus on developing consumer humanoid robots with a goal of maximizing Llama's platform capabilities.Llama refers to Meta’s primary series of AI foundation models, which support a range of generative AI tools across the company's social media platforms. We believe expanding our portfolio to invest in this field will only accrue value to Meta AI and our mixed and augmented reality programs, Bosworth said.Please support our podcast sponsor, Moving On IT | Tomorrow’s Technology, TodayMoving On IT | Authorized Partner For IT, AI, And Cybersecurity SolutionsI’ve partnered with Moving On IT, your authorized partner for navigating the complex landscape of today’s technology. Moving On IT specializes in providing cutting-edge hardware, software, and cybersecurity solutions tailored to your needs.From robust IT infrastructure to advanced Al applications, Moving On IT empowers businesses to thrive in the digital age. Contact Moving on IT with all your IT, AI and Cybersecurity requirements. Call +1 (727) 490-9418, or email: [email protected] out Moving On IT’s new press release on Cybersecurity Dive | CLICK HEREHow is Meta planning to advance its robotics work?Marc Whitten, former CEO of self-driving car company Cruise, has joined Meta as vice president of robotics, Reuters reported quoting Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth. Bloomberg News reported the hiring first.Meta has also appointed John Koryl as vice president of retail. Koryl, the former CEO of second-hand e-commerce platform The RealReal, will focus on boosting direct sales of Meta’s Quest mixed reality headsets and AI wearables, including Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, developed in partnership with EssilorLuxottica.Unlike Tesla which is manufacturing its own Optimus robot, Meta's initial play is to become the backbone of the industry similar to what Google's Android did for smartphones. The company has already started talks with robotics firms like Unitree Robotics and Figure AI. With plans to hire 100 engineers this year and billions committed to AI and AR/VR, Meta is placing a major bet on humanoid robots as the next leap in smart home technology.More on Meta’s AI-powered robotics platform on Yahoo Finance Get full access to Neural News Network at remunerationlabs.substack.com/subscribe